2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
